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Lila And Gracie From Below Deck Med: Meet Sister Charter Guests

Below Deck Mediterranean season 7 charter guests haven’t been all that noteworthy. Other than Eric Costen, Jonathan DePaz and the younger models Diana, Hannah, Amanda, and Brett ‘s charter, the drama from crew members has overshadowed getting to know charter guests . The latest group of charter guests, including sisters Lila and Gracie Miller, alongside their dad Garold and mom Katharine also aren’t getting a ton of screen time because of all the crew drama aboard superyacht Home . Although Garold and Katharine’s Instagram accounts are private, their daughters Lila and Gracie. Here’s everything Below Deck Med fans wanting to know more about the latest charter guests need to know.

Charter Guests Lila, Gracie, Garold, Katharine from Below Deck Med season 7 on superyacht Home (Instagram).

Below Deck Med Charter Guests Lila & Gracie’s Instagrams, Jobs, Ages & More

Below Deck Med fans with Peacock who’ve already watched Lila and Gracie Miller already found them to be spoiled brats . They also found it hard to believe Lila, who celebrated her 21st birthday while on the show, works as a yacht broker. They suspect you need more experience in the industry before you’re able to sell super expensive boats to uber wealthy clients. For instance, Below Deck season 1 ‘s First Officer Aleks Taldykin became a yacht broker after many years in the industry.

Lila’s Instagram shows she’s big into traveling and yachting. In the past few years she’s visited Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, Saint Barts, Hawaii, Malta and other beach-weather locations. Below Deck Med season 7 was filmed in the summer and fall of 2021, so Lila is now age 22. Despite her young age, she’s already gotten lip fillers . She appears to be dating a professional dirt bike racer . When not sunbathing on luxury yachts, Lila drives a Porsche and enjoys partying with friends.

Lila also has her own YouTube channel where she shares her luxurious lifestyle.

Her older sister Gracie’s Instagram reveals she also likes the finer things in life and living a life of luxury. She’s also quite close with her sister Lila. Although it’s unclear what Grace Miller’s career is, she is selling clothes online . Grace turned age 21 back in the spring of 2020. So that makes her a year-and-a-half older than Lila, making her age 23 now.

Fans dragged sisters Lila and Grace for whining about not getting to leave the dock due to bad weather. However, if fans knew how much charter guests pay for a stay on Below Deck yacht they may understand their disappointment. That said, it doesn’t look like this will be the last luxury yacht vacation these two take.

Their dad, Dr. Garold Miller is a extremely wealthy “visionary serial entrepreneur”, according to his LinkedIn . He’s the CEO of HALO, a mobile accessories and portable charger company that was bought for $41 million ZAGG Inc .

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How To Book The 'Below Deck Mediterranean' Yacht, Because Everyone Needs A Luxury Vacation

If you aren't yet familiar with Below Deck Mediterranean or its predecessor, Below Deck , then you probably have close to no idea how glamorous yacht life is. But if you have been a fan of the Bravo series, and caught the Below Deck Mediterranean series premiere, then you're probably wondering, can you book a trip on Below Deck Mediterranean ? If you've got a couple hundred thousand dollars sitting around, then yes, you can absolutely book a trip on the Ionian Princess of Below Deck Mediterranean .

Much like the series before it, Below Deck Mediterranean will feature the sort of drama fans have come to love and expect from not only Bravo but Below Deck itself. Some of the only differences this time around are the location, which will find us enjoying the insane sights of Greece and since it's in European waters, we can also expect to have the sort of cast and crew made up of all sorts of cultures, ethnicities, and accents. A melting pot at the sea, if you will.

The trailer for the first season of the new series features all sorts of dramatics already, from the crew getting in fights (surprising) to passenger/steward relations (also super surprising. Only, you know, not). Naturally, though, the experience on Below Deck Mediterranean looks like a nonstop party and who doesn't want to be a part of that? So, how do you charter the yacht from Below Deck and what does it even entail? Should you find yourself wanting to be in thick of all of that drama, then here we go.

How Much Does It Cost?

As to be expected, in order to charter the Ionian Princess for a week at a time, it costs a pretty penny . If you are looking to have it for a week in the winter, it's going to run you around $140,087, and should you prefer to take a trip for a week in the summer, costs start at $163,501. For one week.

How Can You Book The Yacht?

Believe it or not, in order to rent a yacht, there is a lot more to it than calling the owner and giving them your credit card info. A vacation rental in Myrtle Beach this is not. Instead, you're looking at speaking to a yacht broker in order to have a middle man of sorts to speak to the owner and crew of the yacht you're looking to charter. Think of them as a travel agent , but kind of on a higher level.

How To Ensure A Spot On The Actual Show

What's that? You want to take a 3-4 day trip on a luxury yacht around the Mediterranean Sea and also appear on a hit Bravo reality show? Yeah, I know. But you don't need to be a millionaire to get to take a trip on the Ionian Princess in this instance. Bravo actually casts for guests specifically , so it has nothing to do with paying to charter the yacht yourself. For a chance to be on Below Deck Mediterranean and get a spot on the Ionian Princess, all you need to do is send your name, phone number, location, picture, and some reasons why you want to go on the yacht to [email protected]. So yeah, you have to somehow come up with why you want to take an awesome luxury yacht trip.

Below Deck Mediterranean recap: The cat’s out of the bag about Malia canoodling with Wes AND Adam edition

This week, Below Deck Mediterranean kicks off with Captain Sandy forcing Wes to choose a lead deckhand.

Wes promotes his paramour Malia. You know, the deckhand with the least experience who he’s been smooching on the bridge during night watch. Nice.

Because that’s going to go over well with deckhands Bobby and Max. Not.

Malia’s concerned they’ll think she “earned it by kissing the boss.” Because she did.

Captain Sandy really chose the wrong week to do this promotion thing. Sigh.

This charter includes a guest who is a yacht broker , and who can make or break anybody’s career if she feels like it. So everybody has upped their game.

“Part of being a Chief Stew is that you need to put your personal differences aside,” Hannah says. She’s working with Chef Adam because it’s what required of her.

The weather is rough the first night of the charter, and the yacht is dragging anchor. The deck crew goes into action.

“The anchors are way too small on this boat to hold us in place,” Captain Sandy says they have to roll out and head back to the dock.

She tells Hannah to explain it to the guests, who are already b***hing that they’re about to starve to death.

Side Note: One of the charter guests is Bravolebrity Samantha DeBianchi from Million Dollar Listing, and she was a total b***h.

Hannah takes one for the team, and explains the game plan to the guests.

“It’s the safest option in this wind,” Hanna explains.

The yacht broker guest, Shannon, tells her they’ll expect to have it made up to them the next day, but “safety first!”

Chef Adam and the stews team up to distract the guests with food and alcohol.

Captain Sandy asks the yacht broker for her opinion after dinner, but that may not have been the best idea in the middle of a charter that was experiencing a hiccup.

All is not well.

The master stateroom had towels from the previous guests. Oops!

“A lot of things that other people might not see,” Shannon says.

And with that, Captain Sandy is in the stewardesses’ business for the rest of the trip.

“When Sandy gets stressed, she tends to micromanage,” Hannah says.

True to form, the next morning, the captain is up everybody’s butts.

And the weather is too windy for them to go anywhere, so they’re stuck at the dock with their high maintenance guests.

This time, the captain delivers the bad news to her guests directly.

“Sandy is not driving out there today. Gale force winds,” Sandy explains.

“So are we not able to go to that beach?” Bravolebrity Samantha asks.

Real bright, this one is not.

“Let’s bring out the creativity – pressure’s on!” yacht broker Shannon says as the captain leaves.

The guests are REALLY disappointed.

Bugsy says she’d rather be stuck on land at a hotel than on a boat.

Hannah tells them they’re going on a tour and then having massages.

The guests are gracious, but they do not look excited. They look super bummed out.

“Sam’s flying out tonight. She just booked her flight back to the states,” one guest tells Hannah.

Apparently, being on the already paid for yacht at the dock is not acceptable to THIS Bravolebrity. She makes the Housewives look like nice people.

“Unless I can make a rainbow unicorn appear… this could affect our tip,” Hannah worries, and she runs to tell the captain.

“I have never had a charter guest leave early,” Captain Sandy says, and then boogies down to the deck to talk to the guests.

“I just feel that we were promised something that they didn’t deliver and it’s just very unprofessional,” Samantha complains.

Seriously? SERIOUSLY???

Captain Sandy can’t control the friggin weather.

“It’s not safe. That’s why I’m the captain,” Captain Sandy explains she can’t risk the safety of the passengers or the boat.

Meanwhile, poor Adam is mooning over lost love in the galley. He thinks he still has a chance with Malia. Bahaha!

He’s hoping she’ll be done flirting with Wes. But he doesn’t know that Wes just promoted her.

About this time, Wes tells the deck crew that he’s promoting Malia. It goes over like a lead balloon.

“When I’m not around, she’ll be the one you look to,” We explains.

I was so impressed by the way Bobby handled it. He was so calm and professional.

WTF was Malia thinking seeking Bobby’s opinion immediately following the big announcement? Is she that oblivious, or was she rubbing it in a little bit?

“I’m not here to rain on Malia’s parade. She kicks a** on deck,” Bobby says. But he thought he was already the lead deckhand, so he’s really confused.

Malia tells Bugsy about the promotion, AND about making out with Wes on the bridge.

Lauren overhears the whole conversation while she’s doing laundry.

And Lauren does not approve, so she runs straight to Hannah to open Pandora’s Box.

“They were talking about Malia and Wes making out in the wheelhouse during anchor watch,” Lauren says, breathless with excitement.

“And I’m unprofessional for texting a charter guest?” Hannah laughs.

How long til Hannah tattles to Captain Sandy? In 3, 2, 1… (Actually, she doesn’t – this week – and I’m disappointed).

Lauren runs to Bobby to tattle next.

“Did you know Malia and Wes hook up during her anchor watch? I overheard her telling Bugs… like making out on her anchor watch. I heard it with my own ears!” Lauren practically squeals as she tells him the juicy details.

“Now Max and I gotta work for the boyfriend and girlfriend?” Bobby’s not happy but he’s still handling it a lot better than I would have.

Bobby shares the news with Max when they’re alone in their cabin.

Then Bobby goes and gets Wes and confronts him about what he’s learned.

Wes says it’s all separate.

“That’s so hard to believe,” Bobby says, calmly, and explains why he’s frustrated.

“That is THE most unprofessional thing I’ve ever seen in my life,” Bobby says.

“That’s black and white. Favoritism is being played here, and there’s nothing I can do about it,” Bobby says.

I’m willing to be somebody will tell Captain Sandy if Bobby sits tight.

Nobody’s telling Chef Adam about the Wes/Malia thing because they’re worried he’ll flip in the middle of an important charter, just when he’s finally getting his act together.

Adam presents each course, actually wearing a clean chef’s jacket, performing like he should have been all season.

Service is much better when there’s a yacht broker on board, Hannah observes.

By morning, Bobby’s fuming about the whole situation.

Bobby tells Malia that he’s not angry at her, he’s mad at Wes.

“My work ethic was never seen because he’s so far up your ass,” Bobby says.

Malia plays the female card, saying that she’s only being judged because she’s a cute girl.

“This literally has nothing to do with your looks. You’re making out with your boss,” Max says.

“Now you understand why I don’t want to kiss the boss?” Malia asks Wes, as soon as they have a minute alone together.

Notice she didn’t turn down the promotion.

You knew it was going to happen – Lauren tattles to Adam about Wes and Malia over breakfast dishes.

“It’s about what’s been going on for the past couple weeks, apparently,” Lauren says.

“I just don’t want to be making s**t up because I don’t really know,” Lauren says, giving herself an out on the details.

Wow, she sure opened up a can of worms for something she doesn’t know much about.

The crew receives one of the worst tips of the season, but it’s not unexpected.

Then Captain Sandy gives the crew the day off to explore the city after they relocate the boat.

With the drama that’s exploded overnight, I’m not sure free time is a good idea for this group.

As soon as they’re finished, Adam stalks Wes and Malia up to the bridge where Wes is teaching her something.

“So what’s the story between you two?” Adam asks.

“Just crewmates,” Wes lies to his roommate’s face.

“I’m just curious cuz you know, we’ve all made out at this point,” Adam says. Oooo snarky!

“So Malia, why would you lead me on?” Adam asks.

“She played me like a f**king flute,” Adam rants in interview.

“How do you sleep at night?” Adam asks. “You make me sick to my stomach.”

Adam says there’s a whole backstory that Wes isn’t going to like when he finds out the details.

So Adam stalks off, and shares the details of his greatest-ever love lost with Bugsy. All about how they met before they came on the boat, and hid it from the rest of the crew.

“We tried to keep it hush hush,” Adam says.

Bugsy appears shocked.

This is entirely too much drama for one crew in one day – the yacht is going to explode.

Adam shows texts of Malia making future plans for a romantic interlude with him on the same night she was sucking face with Wes on the bridge. #Classy

Because there’s not enough gossip and drama happening yet, Adam tells Wes about the text messages overlapping with his encounter with Malia.

The new lead deckhand is a very busy little tramp!

Adam, Max and Bobby go drinking. Way too much bitter for one table at a bar.

“I just found out. It was pretty hard to swallow,” Adam says.

“The guy sleeps three feet above me,” Adam would like to hit Wes at this point.

Yeah, these three should definitely keep drinking Irish Car Bombs. Not.

Wes hooks up with the guys, and is annoyed by how sloppy drunk Adam is.

Next thing you know, Wes is shoving Adam, and they’re about to start fighting in the middle of the plaza.

I think it was about a picture or video that Adam was taking, but we don’t know because they cut it off there, and are making us wait until next week to find out what the hoopla was about. Grrr.

Things we’re left wondering

How oblivious is Captain Sandy? And how long til she figures out about Wes’s relationship with Malia?

What was with that horrible Croatian chorale group? They sounded good – for a church service. Nothing available in the whole city that would be entertaining and fun to listen to? Nobody was going to dance to that. And these guests were already bored.

What does it say about Chef Adam that he CAN do amazing things in the kitchen when he absolutely, positively has to? But the rest of the time, he’s a total slacker. Hmmm.

Below Deck Mediterranean airs Tuesdays at 9/8c on Bravo.

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Below Deck Mediterranean

Below Deck is now firmly positioned as the ultimate sea-faring reality TV series of our times. Millions of us have tuned in to follow the antics and adventures of our favorite crews, as they’ve navigated the dramas of demanding guests, personal rifts, brushes with maritime law and the odd storm or two…

The charter industry certainly stepped into the limelight as the series hit. Many of you were inspired to recreate some of your favorite moments, taking your first charters in the Caribbean in their wake. Now Below Deck Mediterranean is on our screens, you may be starting to form visions of your own adventure in the Med. The good news is it’s totally possible to create your own Below Deck Mediterranean experience, without necessarily breaking the bank. Read on  for our guide to how to go Below Deck on a budget. 

The Wellesley (named the wellington in the show) is the largest vessel to feature on the series so far – an incredible 184 foot mega yacht! She was built by Oceanco in 1993, and received an extensive refit in 2016 – featuring masses of luxurious marble, leather, velvet and mahogany panelling. The master suite sits proudly on the upper deck with elevated views. The 2016 refit saw the creation of a second VIP suite. 

Whilst all of these luxuries are wonderful to experience on a charter experience, not everyone needs a formal dining room or cigar room aboard their boat. If you’re looking for the full Above Deck experience, we have many incredible super yachts we can offer to you. However, if you’re working with a tighter budget, we can easily work within your means to create the perfect charter for you. 

In the Mediterranean we offer all-inclusive packages aboard stunning gulets for as low as €1500 per person, per week. This experience gives you a week aboard a traditional wooden motor-sailing boat, with a full crew (though we can’t promise Captain Sandy will be at the helm). 

If a gulet doesn’t take your fancy, a catamaran or motor yacht will surely appeal. Whatever the case, our experts are on hand to find the best boat option for you and your group. 

The Destination

On our screens, we see the Below Deck crew taking the lucky guests around the breathtaking island of Mallorca, Spain. We have an incredible selection of boats available in the Balearic Islands, so if you have your heart set on this area we’re poised to create your dream experience with you. 

If you’re open to other Mediterranean destinations, you may also consider Turkey, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Montenegro, French Riviera… the list goes on. All of these destinations offer unique cultures, landscapes, sightseeing and diverse sailing experiences. If you’re not sure where might be the best location for you and your group, we’d be happy to discuss the different options in more detail. 

Ok, so as we mentioned, we can’t promise that Captain sandy will be available to welcome you aboard your charter, or that Chef Kiko will be preparing all of your meals for you during your stay. However, we can guarantee a very warm welcome from an experienced, professional crew. Depending on the package you opt for, your crew will include a captain, chef and a couple of deckhands/sailors. They will take care of everything for you during your vacation – all you need to do is worry about relaxing. We can also assure you that there will be a lot less drama on your charter than you see on screen!

Ahead of your vacation, you will speak with your crew to discuss the details of your itinerary. As local experts, they will be delighted to make suggestions for the best spots you won’t want to miss out on. You will also discuss your dietary preference with your chef, so that they can prepare a delicious menu featuring fresh, local produce. All of your meals will be prepared for you during your stay, and the fridge will be kept topped up with your favorite drinks. 

Budget-Friendly

All-inclusive packages, by their very nature, are incredibly cost-effective, not to mention stress-free. There are no hidden charges once you’re aboard the boat. You have full access to the bar, water toys, and all other amenities.

If you’re keen to cut costs further, you may consider a half-board charter. This means that all of your breakfasts are included, as well as some lunches and dinners, but otherwise you can head ashore to bars or restaurants to sample the local cuisine. Again, your crew will be able to make recommendations and reservations for you, and will be happy to zip you ashore in the tender (unless you’d rather swim!).

Another great option for smaller groups, couples or individuals wishing to have a taste of the Mediterranean is a cabin charter. Cabin charters give you the opportunity to experience life aboard a luxury vessel, with your own cabin and ensuite, and the opportunity to meet some interesting fellow passengers. You’ll still have the full all-inclusive experience, with access to all facilities aboard the boat, but the itinerary will be decided by the crew. 

Let’s Go Below Deck!

This is just a brief introduction to the world of Mediterranean sailing – as seen on your new favorite TV show. The real take-away here is that these packages are totally custom, and we’re here to help you create it. Contact your charter consultant today to start planning your own Below Deck Mediterranean experience!

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Yes, You Can Really Charter Below Deck Med ’s New Superyacht, Home

Renting or buying Season 7’s new vessel won’t come cheap though.

When Captain Sandy Yawn and her all-new crew set sail on Below Deck Mediterranean Season 7, they’ll be in uncharted territory aboard a new superyacht, Home . While cruising the pristine waters of Malta, Captain Sandy was working for the first time on the 163-foot motor yacht, which Bravo described as a “complex hybrid vessel” that the Below Deck Med vet found to be “more unpredictable to navigate.” As the show’s Season 7 trailer previewed, Home won’t make it through the charters entirely unscathed either: In one clip, Captain Sandy laments that she hit something for the first time in her career, while another scene teases a potential “crashing” incident.

Rest assured that there weren’t any serious accidents because Home is currently available for charter in the Caribbean region at a cost ranging from $245,000 to $273,000 per week , depending on the season. Meanwhile, Home — the first diesel-electric motor yacht to appear on Below Deck — is also listed for sale with an asking price of just over $30.8 million. Per the listings, the superyacht, which Dutch shipyard Heesen built in 2017, sleeps up to 12 guests in six cabins and features contemporary, “Ibiza-style” decor. Among Home ’s many amenities are a large sun deck, jacuzzi, swim platform, air-conditioned gym, and sky lounge.

Home also sleeps up to 10 crew members. In Below Deck Med Season 7 , that includes Captain Sandy, returning Season 6 deckhand Mzi “Zee” Dempers, and newcomers: chief stew Natasha Webb, chef Dave White, bosun Raygan Tyler, stews Natalya Scudder and Kyle Viljoen, and deckhands Storm Smith and Jason Gaskell. Following her involvement in Hannah Ferrier’s mid-Season 5 firing, Malia White cited a scooter accident and pending exams — not fan backlash — as her reasons for not returning for Season 7. (“It’s not that I might never come back to the show,” Malia told Showbiz Cheat Sheet in May. “I’m just not on the next season.”)

Season 7’s “new boat with new department heads” might bring Captain Sandy some challenges during her “first time ever in Malta,” but she’s naturally ready to face them all head-on. The network also told viewers to expect “outrageous costumes, wild nights out, and some major inter-departmental drama,” which “doesn’t even cover what the charter guests are going to bring in the new season.”

As always, expect plenty of romance at sea, too. As Bravo’s first look teased, “boatmances” will be a major topic of conversation this season, including flirtations between Natalya and Storm, as well as several questions about the true nature of Natasha and Dave’s relationship. There could even be a fling between a crew member and a charter guest, too. Though Bravo is premiering the series on July 11, Peacock subscribers can access new Below Deck Med Season 7 episodes a week early beginning July 4.

Fans can also experience Home for themselves off-screen — but it will cost way more than their monthly cable bills.

Below Deck Med’s Captain Sandy Yawn Marries Leah Schafer

Originally appeared on E! Online

Sandy Yawn is all aboard for her next adventure.

The Below Deck Mediterranean Captain has married Leah Shafer after more than five years of dating in a ceremony that, naturally, took place on a yacht in Fort Lauderdale.

"On May 11th, 2024 I married the love of my life," Sandy, 59, began a May 14 Instagram post. "I had no idea how amazing marriage could be! It feels incredible and I feel like the luckiest woman in the world. I love you, Leah Rae Yawn!!"

She continued, "Thank you for taking my name! Thank you to our entire family and friends for coming out to show your love and support to our relationship."

And the Bravo star was sure to assure fans, "If you're wondering, Yes it was filmed. Thank you to our Bravo family. We love you."

But cameras weren't the only way her network family was involved in Sandy's special day— Below Deck Med showrunner Nadine Rajabi officiated the ceremony, and not to mention, crew members Aesha Scott , Kate Chastain and Dave White were also in attendance. The latter was pulling double duty as both a guest and the chef responsible for the couple's wedding menu which, according to The New York Times , included short ribs and a three-tiered, gluten-free vanilla, chocolate and strawberry cake.

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The couple wed on a superyacht called "She's a 10 Too," lent to them by their friend Carolyn Aronson , and were joined by 55 of their closest friends and family.

Leah, 50, donned a gown by Leah De Gloria, which featured off the shoulder sleeves and intricate beading, while Sandy wore a white Veronica Beard suit.

In her post, Leah called her wedding day "a true fairytale," noting the many special people in her life that played a part.

"With my family by my side," the skin care entrepreneur wrote, "my brothers walking me down the aisle, my mom and grandma in tears of happiness, my beautiful sister in law and my beautiful daughter as my maid of honor it couldn't be more of a blessing."

And while the pair and their guests are all smiles in the many photos they shared—taken by photographer Kelly Martucci —Sandy shared she couldn't help but grow emotional during her vows.

"The minute I looked at Leah and started reading her all the reasons I fell in love with her I started to cry," she told The New York Times . "It's so amazing to find this kind of love in your lifetime."

And for more celebrities who have tied the knot in 2024, keep reading.

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Home: Inside the star yacht of Below Deck Mediterranean season seven

Television network Bravo has confirmed the return of Below Deck spin-off Below Deck Mediterranean as the seventh season wraps up filming in Malta. The hit reality series, which follows a yacht crew over an eight-week charter season, will premiere its new season on July 11 with Captain Sandy Yawn at the helm of an all-new yacht named Home . Take a look inside...

The 50 metre Home was built by Dutch shipyard Heesen in 2017 as a 'home away from home' for her owner. It was one of the first superyachts of its size to feature a hybrid propulsion package, which makes her 48 per cent more efficient than other 50 metre yachts, and is the first diesel-electric motor yacht to appear on Below Deck .

The yacht was started on speculation and construction was already underway when her owner joined the project. Home 's lines were designed by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects and inspired by another Heesen build, the 50 metre Sibelle . A vertical bow serves a dual purpose, helping the yacht to carve through waves, but also creating more room on the interior to place the crew accommodation. In order to stay under 500GT, Omega created walkaround decks with cut-out bulwarks that offer uninterrupted sea views from each of her two lounges.

The interior was started on spec but wasn't to the tastes of the owner, who brought in designer Cristiano Gatto to rework the design. The new brief was for a modern, comfortable interior; the keyword was simplicity, not minimalism. 

Home can sleep up to 12 guests in six cabins: a full-beam master suite can be found on the main deck, while a full-beam VIP cabin, two double cabins and two twins are found on the deck below. The decor takes inspiration from the owner's on-shore properties with a contemporary, "Ibiza-style" feel. Low-slung sofas are featured throughout with a palette comprised of white, black, grey and a deep red.

The sun deck will be a popular spot with guests during the series. There's a sit-up bar shaded by a hard top as well as a Jacuzzi and a dancing pole. A quartet of sun loungers can be found aft with yoga mats tucked underneath, while a projector and a screen set-up can transform the deck into an outdoor cinema. 

Another spot for riotous evenings is the sky lounge, which in effect is an extension of the outside deck with beanbags, day beds and teak flooring. The space is serviced by a bar and is a popular spot for lounging in the cool air and taking in the view. Alternatively, the doors to the aft deck can be shut, the furniture removed, a mirror ball and a smoke machine can be added and the area becomes a dedicated party room.

More fun can be found on Home ’s foredeck, in a telescopic seat that rises from the bow, allowing uninterrupted 360-degree views. It can even be used underway if the conditions are right. 

Captain Sandy will be joined by returning Below Deck cast member and deckhand Mzi “Zee” Dempers, as well as a trio of new department heads. 

Home is currently available for charter with Burgess starting from $245,000 a week. She is also jointly listed for sale with Burgess and Christie Yachts asking €29,500,000.

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EXCLUSIVE: Below Deck season 6 yacht revealed

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By Katia Damborsky   4 September 2018

For the sixth season of Bravo’s Below Deck, the 56m/184ft motor yacht 'My Seanna ’ from Delta Marine will be playing host. 

Premiering on 2 October, Below Deck is coming back to our screens and the superyacht of the season can be exclusively unveiled as My Seanna  - a motor yacht renowned for her opulent interiors, chic deck areas and dedicated entertainment and leisure facilities. 

At 56 metres, the Delta Marine build is the largest yacht ever to feature on the show and the first in Below Deck's six seasons to use her real name as opposed to a pseudonym. This doesn't include the spin-off Below Deck Mediterranean, which follows the lives of superyacht crews during the summer charter season. 

Below Deck, on the other hand, is filmed during the winter cruising season. Usually, it is set in the popular cruising grounds of the Caribbean but, this year, in another first for the show, it takes place in Tahiti - an idyllic island in French Polynesia which offers an alternative destination for winter charters. 

The ocean is calling... 🌊 and @Captain_Lee_Rosbach is picking up with an all-new season of #BelowDeck Tuesday, October 2 @ 9/8c. Link in bio for a first look! A post shared by BravoTV (@bravotv) on Aug 22, 2018 at 8:24am PDT

Filming of the hit reality TV show began in Tahiti in early February and now a recently released trailer included below provides a glimpse into what on-deck antics viewers can expect from the crew and guests alike.

In this season, fan favourite Captain Lee Rosbach returns to the helm accompanied by Chief Stewardess Kate Chastain. But apart from these two familiar faces, the rest of the crew are new to the show. 

Held by Below Deck veteran Ben Robinson for the first four seasons, the chef position will be filled by Adrian Martin, an experienced superyacht chef who has won awards at some of the industry's top culinary contests.

Following on from his predecessor Ben Robinson, Adrian Martin is expected to cause plenty of drama in the galley

Following on from his predecessor, Adrian will serve up delicious dishes as well as plenty of drama when his diva reputation surfaces. Likewise, tension is created when Kate forms an exclusive clique with her first ever male stew - Josiah Carter - leaving fellow stewardess Caroline Bedol feeling left out. 

Also anticipated to provide compulsive viewing is the dynamics between bosun Chandler Brooks, who begins to crack under the pressure, and his deckhands Ross Inia and Ashton Pienaar. Female deckhand Rhylee Gerber will be making her debut on the show too.

The show will also provide an insight into what a French Polynesia yacht charter is like. But to find out more about what other luxury yachts have featured in the TV series, read our article Names of Below Deck yachts revealed . Or read the  My Seanna review  for a closer look at this season's yacht.

To find out more about renting M/Y My Seanna,  speak to your preferred charter broker .

Alternatively, browse and compare all luxury yachts available for charter in Tahiti.

Below Deck yachts still available to rent

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54m Turquoise Yachts 2006 / 2016

47m Heesen 2006 / 2013

47m Admiral Marine Works 1998 / 2022

46m Christensen 2005 / 2022

47m Feadship 1990 / 2021

50m Benetti 1999 / 2021

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Below Deck Med Returns for Season 9 in a Historic Location — and with Returning Yachties

Aesha Scott also returns to the Below Deck Mediterranean crew: "I have butterflies."

Will this Below Deck Mediterranean charter season prove to be an epic tale or a Greek tragedy?

How to Watch

Watch Below Deck Mediterranean  on Monday, June 3 at 9/8c and next day on  Peacock . Catch up on the Bravo app . 

On April 23, a trailer for Season 9 of the yachting series dropped, and Bravo fans can now get a first look at all of the drama to expect on the high seas. 

Captain Sandy Yawn is back at the helm for her eighth consecutive season in a row, and this time around, she's welcoming back a familiar face as her chief stew.

Everything You Need to Know About Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9

Your first look at below deck mediterranean season 9.

Watch the trailer for the new season at the top of this post, and find out everything you need to know ahead of the premiere date below!

When Does Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9 Premiere?

Below Deck Mediterranean officially returns for Season 9 with a 75-minute supersized episode on Monday, June 3 at 9/8c on Bravo. Episodes will be available to stream the next day on Peacock.

Who Is in the Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9 Crew?

Captain Sandy Yawn is joined in the crew by Aesha Scott , who she originally worked with on Seasons 4 and 5 of Below Deck Med .

The third and final returner of the season is Elena Dubaich , who pitched in on Season 7 when Kyle Viljoen got injured.

Chef Johnathan Shillingford, Bosun Iain Maclean, deckhands Joe Bradley, Nathan Gallagher, and Gael Cameron, and stew Bri Muller, round out the rest of the cast. 

Where Did Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9 Film?

For the first time in Below Deck Mediterranean history, Captain Sandy and the rest of the Mustique crew went to Athens, Greece for the charter season. 

What Else to Expect from Below Deck Mediterranean Season 9

According to a press release for the new season, Captain Sandy and the crew are dealing with "tumultuous waves" on Season 9, featuring " eccentric guests, an abundance of late-night demands that require intervention and a never-before-seen mechanical issue that orders all hands on deck."

"Amidst a saga of delayed provisions, managing a complicated interior department and a medical emergency, Aesha strives to ensure the guests are treated to a five-star service experience. Chef Jono, a self-taught culinary architect, quickly learns he has high expectations to fill to prove his culinary capabilities to the guests," the press release continues. "Meanwhile, the deck crew faces its own hurdles and must learn that communication is key in order to successfully get through the season.   

Though Aesha begins the charter season in an excited mood (even telling Captain Sandy that it's her "homecoming" to be returning to the Med, and that she had "butterflies" before getting on the boat), things soon become challenging for her on board Mustique . 

"This is actually the hardest management situation I've ever had," Aesha laments in one moment from the trailer. 

Her difficult management situation could be about a boatmance, as "two crewmates find themselves with their sights set on a mutual love interest."

Captain Sandy Yawn Is Engaged to Leah Shafer: “I Truly Could Not Wait”

Along the way, Captain Sandy is planning the surprise of a lifetime: proposing to her partner , Leah Shafer . 

Stream Seasons 1 through 8 of Below Deck Mediterranean on Peacock now.

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Below Deck Med ’s Captain Sandy Yawn Marries Leah Schafer

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Sandy Yawn is all aboard for her next adventure.

The Below Deck Mediterranean Captain has married Leah Shafer after more than five years of dating in a ceremony that, naturally, took place on a yacht in Fort Lauderdale.

"On May 11th, 2024 I married the love of my life," Sandy, 59, began a May 14 Instagram post . "I had no idea how amazing marriage could be! It feels incredible and I feel like the luckiest woman in the world. I love you, Leah Rae Yawn!!"

She continued, "Thank you for taking my name! Thank you to our entire family and friends for coming out to show your love and support to our relationship."

And the Bravo star was sure to assure fans, "If you're wondering, Yes it was filmed. Thank you to our Bravo family. We love you."

But cameras weren't the only way her network family was involved in Sandy's special day— Below Deck Med showrunner Nadine Rajabi officiated the ceremony, and not to mention, crew members Aesha Scott , Kate Chastain and Dave White were also in attendance. The latter was pulling double duty as both a guest and the chef responsible for the couple's wedding menu which, according to The New York Times , included short ribs and a three-tiered, gluten-free vanilla, chocolate and strawberry cake.

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The couple wed on a superyacht called "She's a 10 Too," lent to them by their friend Carolyn Aronson , and were joined by 55 of their closest friends and family.

Leah, 50, donned a gown by Leah De Gloria, which featured off the shoulder sleeves and intricate beading, while Sandy wore a white Veronica Beard suit.

In her post , Leah called her wedding day "a true fairytale," noting the many special people in her life that played a part.

"With my family by my side," the skin care entrepreneur wrote, "my brothers walking me down the aisle, my mom and grandma in tears of happiness, my beautiful sister in law and my beautiful daughter as my maid of honor it couldn't be more of a blessing."

And while the pair and their guests are all smiles in the many photos they shared—taken by photographer Kelly Martucci —Sandy shared she couldn't help but grow emotional during her vows.

"The minute I looked at Leah and started reading her all the reasons I fell in love with her I started to cry," she told The New York Times . "It's so amazing to find this kind of love in your lifetime."

And for more celebrities who have tied the knot in 2024, keep reading.

Taylor Kinney & Ashley Cruger

The Chicago Fire star tied the knot with the model in a private ceremony in Chicago on April 30 after two years together.

Sandy Yawn & Leah Shafer

The Below Deck Captain married her fiancée after five years of dating in a May 11 ceremony which, naturally, took place on a yacht.

Sheri Easterling & Jess Curtis

Addison Rae 's mom announced on May 11 that she and the high school football coach have been married, "One whole week today."

Nick Viall & Natalie Joy

The Bachelor alum and his girlfriend of about four years got married on April 27 in an elegant wedding ceremony on a Georgia farm owned by Natalie's family. The nuptials arrived two months after the couple welcomed their first child together, a daughter named River Rose Viall .

Alex Cooper & Matt Kaplan

The Call Her Daddy host and the film producer tied the knot in an intimate Mexico ceremony on April 4 after four years of dating.

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The Halloweentown II costars married on April 19, 2024, several years after reconnecting.

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The former CNN anchor married the real estate broker at a church in New York City April 6, five years to the day they got engaged and on Tim's 40th birthday.

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The San Francisco 49ers quarterback married his partner in Des Moines, Iowa March 9, almost a month after his team faced off against the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2024 Super Bowl.

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The Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher, who previously made headlines for his $700 million contract with the team, announced in February that he quietly got married . While he didn't name his wife, he did say she was someone "who is very special to me."

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The actor kicked off a new chapter in his life with a big bang, sharing in February that he and his now-wife Morgan privately got married and welcomed a baby girl.

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Mr. & Mrs. Glover, no Smith here: In early February, the Atlanta star revealed he privately tied the knot with his longtime partner Michelle.

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The American Idol alum and her now-husband tied the knot during a celebration in downtown Nashville on Feb. 4.

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